How to Understand and Apply the Circle of 5ths

The Circle of 5ths is an often misunderstood concept in music theory. So, I created a class on how to better understand and apply the circle of 5ths to playing music. This online class is available to you anytime on Udemy!

In the class, Circle of 5ths 2.0, you will learn what the Circle of 5ths is and how to apply it to playing the harp. By the end of the course, you will be able to see how it applies to chord progressions and melodic structure. You will review basic hand shapes and technique at the harp as well as: look at a PDF of the Circle of 5th; play exercises for better understanding the order of the Circle of 5ths; practice chordal arpeggios; learn the song “Corinthian Bells” with the melody of the Circle of 5ths; and finally understand how “Fly Me to the Moon” uses the Circle of 5ths.

An arrangement of “Fly Me to the Moon” is available to you with purchase of this online class. The song is divided into an easy and advanced section – perfect for your skill level!

This course is for you if you are new to the harp, are returning to the harp, are interested in learning theory, want to learn a jazz standards, or want to learn specifically about the Circle of 5ths.

Monica Schley, Seattle Dusty Strings harp teacher therapy music Circle of 5ths